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물고기
This word literally translates to 'water meat' but refers to the living animal. For fish as a dish or food, the word 'saeng-seon' is more commonly used. It applies to any fish swimming in water.
Examples in context
강에 물고기가 많아요
There are many fish in the river
물고기가 헤엄을 쳐요
The fish is swimming
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